Pokemon Violet - Nintendo Switch
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This game offers a mix of nostalgia and new experiences for Pokémon fans, especially those with a Switch 2, as it runs smoothly and provides a diverse range of Pokémon right from the start. While the open-world exploration is a refreshing change, some guests noted performance issues and glitches that can detract from the experience. The engaging storyline and vibrant graphics are highlights, making it a fun choice for both new and returning players.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.6 out of 5 stars with 367 reviews
gameplay: 3.72 out of 5
graphics: 3.39 out of 5
lasting appeal: 3.65 out of 5
sound quality: 4.13 out of 5
65% would recommend
40 recommendations
4 out of 5 stars
28 August, 2026Verified purchase
Runs decent on Switch 2
I’ve been playing Pokemon since Red/Blue and was originally going to skip this generation of games after the reviews describing really poor performance and crashes. I don’t have time for that anymore, there are too many other games that don’t have these issues that I can play instead. After getting a Switch 2 I saw the reviews saying that the new hardware handled the game a lot better so I decided to give it a shot since I was craving Pokémon and it was ever so slightly on sale. It really does run well on Switch 2, no crashes within these first 6 hours of play and the frame rate has been stable. The visual glitches where you can move the camera to see below the ground are still present but not serious. So far I’ve been having fun. The game throws so many different Pokémon at you right away for an immediately diverse team. I do personally miss the structure of routes and forced trainer battles, but I also like the exploration here. The power up gimmicks don’t excite me though the crystal effects are pretty. I’d recommend this game with the caveat that I think you do want a Switch 2 so the more powerful hardware can compensate for the performance issues. If I didn’t have the 2, I’d still not have purchased this game.
5 out of 5 stars
16 May, 2026
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It’s fire
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
14 February, 2026Verified purchase
Disappointed
My game came in today and the package was destroyed. It appears that the game isn’t even playable. It came in a paper bag with the target dog on the backside
5 out of 5 stars
20 November, 2025
(no review title)
Really good I play it and all the features it has is amazing.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
18 November, 2025
(no review title)
Found in store even tho canceled
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
9 August, 2025Verified purchase
Gameplay is nice but looks horrible.
Pretty decent gameplay for a pokemon game, kinda easy even for kids, but overall it's better than Sword&Shield. Now, regarding performance and graphics in Switch 1, looks horrible, the performance is horrible, there's popping everywhere and the shadow quality is horrible. I got it on clearance so I don't regret buying it that much but I'd never buy this game full price, ever.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
15 July, 2025Verified purchase
Pokemon
My son loves this game, great graphics, easy play
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
20 June, 2025Verified purchase
Great game for pokemon lovers
My son loved getting this game for his birthday. There's also an add-on pack you can buy to enhance the gaming experiance. I'm never let down buying pokemon video games.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
19 June, 2025
Pokemon
Pokemon 90s baby right here. So to me it’s all nostalgic
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
30 December, 2024Verified purchase
Classic Pokemon - New Look
This game has the potential to be amazing with an engaging storyline but the lagging and glitches make it far less enjoyable. The open world twist on classic Pokémon is awesome, but the fact that a lot of glitches and lagging happen throughout gameplay make for an annoying experience. Not sure how two years later they haven’t created a patch for some of the gameplay issues.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
22 November, 2024
Fun, fun, fun!!
This game is beyond S tier- it's magical, joyful, and has endless content. Similarities from Scarlet aside, I like how in this game you get to ride Miraidon, and his tummy turns into a neon motorcycle wheel that looks insane as you drive around. The soundtrack and story is amazing as well, and in my opinion the current pokemon community and fan base is not worthy to play it. So many berate occasional glitches, overlooking a funny and very anime sounding story at times! The dlc especially with Carmine is so funny, and worth the game for herz Terapagos, and all the new shiny Pokemon available. I have about 500 hrs on Scarlet, and 40 on Violet. There's so much I haven't even touched yet, like the school storylines with the teachers, getting ribbons for all my pokemon, etc. I personally like the professor in Scarlet a little better, but I do like the one here too. There are a ton of version exclusive paradox pokemon that are great here too. All in all, the best pokemon game imo.
4 out of 5 stars
12 August, 2024
Pretty good but not great
It’s no Pokémon Sword and Shield but it’s pretty good. It’s easier to catch Pokémon. But it can be hard to beat I’ve only beat it once I beat Sword/Shield like 13 times
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
27 July, 2024Verified purchase
Pokemon Violet
It’s a fun game. I bought this to play with my kiddo since he has the Pokémon Scarlet version. There’s a few glitches that I’ve encountered, but what game doesn’t have those from time to time. I do like how you can explore the map, and how it’s different from the typical linear Pokémon games back in the day.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
19 April, 2024Verified purchase
Love it!!!
Super fun! Has kept me occupied for hours on these long rainy days we’ve had! My kids enjoy playing it as well! Definitely recommend, although it is a little laggy and glitchy at times, the story and gameplay overlap that with great graphics and overall fun!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
24 December, 2023Verified purchase
Don't buy
Bought as a gift for my son. Glitchy and not worth the money.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
24 November, 2023Verified purchase
My recommendation is to not purchase this game
Save your money and skip Scarlet and Violer . I played this for almost 2hrs and I am upset I can never get my time back. For reference, I have played almost every Pokémon game (I usually pick one version release for the new ones like Violet over Scarlet, and then Shield over sword, etc). There is so much reading and watching unskippable cutscenes from the very beginning, and it's all text dialog! In the beginning you would get stuck with a 5 minute cutscene, then you walk down a road for less than a minute, and congrats on your new 7 minute cutscene. Realistically, I probably played for 10-15minutes during that 2hrs because of the cutscenes. This game was already almost a year old when I bought it yet I still encounters 2 glitches. *Spoiler starting*: When I had to walk to the professor with the 3 starter pokemon, Sprigatito got stuck behind the plants to the left and I couldn't get it to follow me at all. I had to restart the game, which fixed the glitch. Next, why am I meeting a legendary pokemon so early on and why does is transform into a bike?!?! I assume it's for the little kids who think toy cars/bikes are awesome but I did not like this. During the cutscene where you fight the houndoom with Miraidon my game glitched again, and I couldn't attack. It was just frozen- *spoiler ends*. I can't imagine how many other glitches there are. Now my child plays it and she definitely has more patience. When I see her play it's still cutscene after cutscene. If I wanted to watch a Pokémon movie I would just do that.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
13 November, 2023Verified purchase
Great gift
Brought this for my best friends birthday. She loves the game.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
10 July, 2023Verified purchase
Eh
Item came damaged probably a defect in craftsman’s ship being made not targets fault was helpful with refund process
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
14 April, 2023
Very god game
I love this game it is incredible and very fun to play good job target
3 out of 5 stars
25 March, 2023Verified purchase
Description needs updated
I’m My son seems to like it. However, I chose this off his list of wanted games for the sole reason of it being the only one on the list that was supposed to be multiplayer. The description specifically says multiplayer, 1-4 players, and online and local multiplayer. It is only multiplayer online with other users. I am disappointed that he and his sister, who also loves Pokémon, cannot play together when the Target app description gave me the impression that they would be able to do so.